This level assumes you have completed approximately 160 hours tuition and you are acquainted with the content of the text book Nuovo Espresso 2. The communicative and grammatical aspects are integrated in every lesson; conversation and oral drills are integral to the course.

CLASS PLANNine Sessions that aim to build general advanced comprehension and communication skills in Italian.

CONTENTConversational Italian and an introduction to cultural practices, with a focus on clear explanation of higher level language principles.

Topics(as related to textbook)

Unit 1

Asking for information

Expressing disappointment/resignation and one’s opinion

Asking and giving permission

Asking and giving something on loan

Expressing doubts and approvals

Unit 2

Talking about the state of the planet, as air and water pollution, and the effects in our lives

Asking for help

Complaining

Expressing surprise and disapproval

Asking about something’s appearance

Illustrate the positive and negative aspects of something

Define the geographical location of a place

PLANNED LEARNING OUTCOMESBy the end of this course, students should be able to:

Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.

Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken.

Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest.

Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

IMPORTANT: Textbook cost is not included in the course fee. In the event of a course being cancelled WEA cannot be held responsible for the purchase of any textbooks. We therefore suggest you purchase your textbooks closer to the time of the course commencing.

LANGUAGE CLASS TRANSFER POLICYIf you are a new WEA Student and enrol into a language class and subsequently find that you are at the wrong level (whether too high or too low), you are permitted to transfer into another more suitable class at no additional cost, provided that the request is made within the first two classes and is in writing from your tutor directly to the Education Manager. After that point, an administration fee of $30 will apply.